Cardiac Rhythm Devices Technologist - Royal Columbian Hospital

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $36.61 - $45.73 / hour

Job Summary

We are currently looking to fill a Casual opportunity for a Cardiac Rhythm Devices Technologist at Royal Columbian Hospital located in New Westminster, B.C.

Royal Columbian Hospital is conveniently located adjacent to the Sapperton SkyTrain station on the Expo Line, making it easily accessible by public transit for both patients and staff.

Join us on an exciting project and make history. The Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment Project (RCHRP) is a multi-year, multi-phase project to increase the hospital's capacity, beds, and services. Read more here about the RCHRP Phase Two.

New Westminster is known for its waterfront views along the Fraser River, located in the Greater Vancouver region.

Experience and Benefits

• Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy full coverage.
• Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation.
• Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
• Immediate Pension Enrollment: Defined municipal pension plan from day one.
• Maternity Top-Up: 87% top-up during maternity leave.
• TransLink Pass Subsidy: 50% subsidy on TransLink passes.
• Additional employee discounts and perks available.

*Eligibility based on employment status

Detailed Overview

Under the direction of the Manager or Supervisor, performs pacemaker analysis and programs pacemakers to correct values/optimal settings within clinics, operating rooms or various areas of the hospital. Within the OR, assists the surgeon during implant procedures. Performs a variety of tests such as Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing, stress testing, holter and pacemaker programming, monitoring and other related procedures; provides interpretations, analyses and test/summary reports, as required. Monitors pacemaker functions; reports on abnormalities and responds to queries including troubleshooting. Participates in the development and review of standards, procedures and instructional material relevant to the department's pacemaker services; assists in the training and orientation of staff and Surgery/Cardiology Residents in pacemaker functions and programming applications.

Responsibilities

1. Reviews and maintains records relevant to patient history, vital signs and pacemaker details.
2. Performs pacemaker analysis and programs pacemakers in pacemaker clinics, operating rooms or various areas of the hospital. Within the OR, duties include assisting the surgeon during implant procedures. Sets individual pacemakers to correct values/optimal settings during or post implant.
3. Performs tests to determine capture and sensing thresholds of implanted leads and calculates optimum safety values of pacemaker; maintains records and provides interpretations and reports.
4. Performs Electro Cardiogram (ECG) testing, stress testing, holter and pacemaker programming/monitoring and related procedures; analyzes test strips and summarizes for interpretation by physician or medical staff.
5. Monitors cardiac pacemakers and notifies Cardiologist of abnormalities; contacts patients for repeat recordings as required; handles data entry and filing of records.
6. Acts as a resource to physicians and other health providers relevant to pacemaker functions by providing information and troubleshooting.
7. Responds to queries regarding pacemaker functions and their manifestations in patient recordings.
8. Participates in the development and review of standards, procedures and instructional material relevant to pacemaker services.
9. Assists in the training and orientation of staff and Surgery/Cardiology Residents in pacemaker functions and programming by demonstrating specific applications as directed by the Physician.
10. Provides orientation and training to Pacemaker/ECG staff and other hospital staff as directed.
11. Participates in the review, evaluation and selection of pacemakers and provides implant recommendations.
12. Explains procedures to patients in preparation for testing and answers related questions.
13. Maintains equipment to ensure safe and effective functioning; performs routine quality control checks; arranges for maintenance and repairs as required.
14. Monitors supply levels and places orders; handles intracardiac diagnostic equipment such as catheters, pacemaker electrodes, generators, leads, needles, fittings and attachments.
15. Distributes patient reports to the appropriate wards and/or departments.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Completion of a recognized Cardiology Technology Program at the Diploma level plus successful completion of a recognized pacemaker specialty exam, plus two (2) years recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT) certified.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to perform duties accurately and maintain quality standards.
• Skill in the use of equipment and in techniques appropriate to area of specialty.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively withina team environment.
• Ability to organize work and establish workload priorities independently and/or in collaboration with others.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. Our hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care.

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